The Best Hostels in Taupo for Backpackers, Female Travelers, Groups, and Families

Part of the Haka Lodge chain, this Taupo establishment is relatively new, offering modern, clean facilities with a fun, social atmosphere right in the center of town. Private rooms with ensuite bathrooms are available, as are dorms of various sizes. Most of the dorm rooms only have 4 or 5 bunks, making for a quiet and comfortable stay. All-female dorms are available as well. Lockers, laundry, Wi-Fi, and clean, modern bathrooms are the key to making guests comfortable, and this hostel does not disappoint. The shared communal kitchen and dining area is also terrific, as is the top floor deck and BBQ area with spectacular views of the lake and surrounding mountains.

Their staff is friendly and helpful, and can help book trips and transportation for various activities such as the Tongariro Crossing.

Guest reviews for this fairly new place have been very positive, and highlight the cleanliness and the friendly staff.

The Urban Lodge is smack in the middle of Taupo and offers a lot of amenities for backpackers and other budget-minded travelers. With an onsite bar, this is a bit of a party hostel at times, as it is also close to all of the bars and restaurants in town. They offer dorms and private rooms at affordable prices. The facilities are clean and modern, and have a lodge feel with wooden beams. The common room is in the middle, leading to a social atmosphere where guests can mingle and plan their activities. The spacious communal kitchen also offers a great place for those who wish to cook the ability to do so and makes for a good social area, too. The bar also has a pool table, cheap drinks, and occasional live music. The onsite restaurant serves up food, too.

Guest reviews highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff and the fun, social atmosphere.

Located in the heart of Taupo is the Tiki Lodge with great views of the lake and the surrounding mountain range. This cozy hostel has dorms (including female-only dorms) as well as private rooms and family rooms. Some of the private rooms also have small kitchens. The vibe is social but relaxed, and they have nice common rooms, a game room with a pool table, a shared kitchen, balcony, and a hot tub. Bike rentals, laundry, internet, and other typical hostel amenities are also on the list.

Guest reviews are continuously positive, noting that the facilities are top notch and clean, the vibe is comfortable and cozy yet social, and in the winter the showers are hot and the heaters in the rooms are very good.

Spacious common areas are one of the first things you'll notice about the Silver Fern Lodge, which provides a fun social atmosphere for its guests. Located in a quiet spot at the edge of town, this hostel and hotel combination provides a social and relaxing environment with tons of amenities. It's fairly new, so everything is modern, clean, and shiny! And they are just a short walk to the lake and into town.

With dorm beds and private rooms available, everything is kept clean. Facilities are modern, rooms are nicely decorated, and the prices are affordable. The huge communal kitchen and eating area is available for those that wish to cook their own meals. Internet, laundry, BBQ, TV, and a pool table are also onsite. TVs are also located in almost every room (including dorms).

The place will sometimes fill up with larger group bookings, making it active, but still not loud.

This YHA hostel with comfortable beds (real beds, not bunks) receives a large number of positive reviews from guests who like the friendly staff and comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. They offer dorms and private rooms in a range of prices, with and without ensuite bathrooms. Everything is kept clean and the facilities are modern. Balconies have great views of the surrounding mountains, too.

They also offer Wi-Fi, laundry, bike rentals, TV with Netflix and Playstation and a comfortable lounge area, and free parking.